Oktoberfest has been celebrated for over 200 years, and the Triangle is a prime spot to join in the fun. With some of the best brews around and plenty of good times, the 919 knows how to celebrate.

Here are three events to kick off your Oktoberfest celebrations:

• Triangle Oktoberfest | Friday, Oct. 4-Saturday, Oct. 5 | Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Cary | $15-$20 | Enjoy live music, wiener dog races, and over 50 brews on tap at this lively, weekend-long festival.

• Oktrophyfest | Saturday, Oct. 19 | Trophy Brewing & Taproom | Free to attend | Celebrate with a performance by the Little German Band and delicious bites from Harmon’s Deutsche Küche food truck.

• Oktoberfest Celebration | Saturday, Oct. 26 | Clouds Brewing Tap Room | $12-$30 | Get your hands on an Oktoberfest boot-shaped glass, enjoy brews, and dance the night away to traditional German tunes.